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MAY 2004

2004 International VSA Arts Festival to be Held in Washington D.C.

Held every five years, the 2004 International VSA Arts Festival is an opportunity for the public to witness and celebrate the creativity and talent of people with disabilities. Over 200 artists from around the world will showcase their talents through a variety of media including: metal works, painting, performing arts, media art, photography, sculpture, wood, ceramics, computer generated art, drawing, fiber, glass, graphics/printmaking, installation art, and jewelry. The organization's largest and most important event, the Festival gives participants an exciting opportunity to discuss, learn, and explore issues in the arts that are significant to people with disabilities.

Artists from around the world to participate in weeklong celebration

VSA arts, an international organization that provides opportunities in the arts for children and adults with disabilities, will host the 2004 International VSA arts Festival, on June 9--12, 2004 in Washington D.C. The theme of the Festival is “Odyssey: DARE to Imagine...” and the celebration will mark the 30th anniversary of the founding of VSA arts.

Over 200 artists from around the world will showcase their talents through a variety of media including: metal works, painting, performing arts, media art, photography, sculpture, wood, ceramics, computer generated art, drawing, fiber, glass, graphics/printmaking, installation art, and jewelry. Seventy-nine international groups will perform on stages throughout Washington, D.C. The Festival will include visual art exhibits, dance, theater and musical performances, and educational seminars at venues throughout Washington, D.C. including: The John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts: opening ceremonies, performances, and exhibits; Union Station: visual and performing arts at the historical landmark; The Smithsonian Institution: master artist workshops and demonstrations at one of the nation's most treasured art venues; Millennium Arts Center: Festival artwork on display at a seven-wing, 150,000 square foot arts facility; The National Press Club: a Festival exhibit in its headquarters.

Held every five years, the 2004 International VSA arts Festival is an opportunity for the public to witness and celebrate the creativity and talent of people with disabilities. The organization's largest and most important event, the Festival gives participants an exciting opportunity to discuss, learn, and explore issues in the arts that are significant to people with disabilities. For profiles of the artists, examples of their work and more information please visit the Festival Web site at www.vsartsfestival.org.

VSA arts is an international non-profit organization founded in 1974 by Jean Kennedy Smith to promote education and lifelong learning opportunities in the arts for people with disabilities. Nearly five million people participate in VSA arts programs annually through a worldwide network of affiliate organizations across the nation and in more than 60 countries. VSA arts programs in music, dance, drama, creative writing, and the visual arts develop learning skills, encourage independence, and promote access and inclusion.#

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